Temporary Foundation Stage 1 Teacher (Nursery)
| Posting date: | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 June 2026 |
| Location: | Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S63 8ES |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | b743c0f1-43b5-4a68-aeef-1fbc73e1e469 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Heather Garth Primary Academy is a welcoming, inclusive primary school seeking to appoint an enthusiastic NQT and dedicated Foundation Stage 1 Teacher to join our Early Years team on a temporary basis. There may be an opportunity for the post to become permanent, subject to staffing needs and funding.
We are looking for a passionate practitioner who understands the importance of early childhood education and can provide a nurturing, stimulating environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive staff team committed to high-quality teaching, play-based learning, and strong partnerships with families.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience or strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework
• Demonstrates excellent classroom practice in early years education
• Creates engaging, inclusive learning environments
• Has high expectations for behaviour, learning, and wellbeing
• Works effectively as part of a team
• Builds positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• We offer:
• A friendly and supportive staff team
• Well-resourced Early Years provision
• Opportunities for professional development
• Enthusiastic, curious children who enjoy learning
• Supportive leadership and mentoring
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
Closing Date: 4TH June 2026 midday Interview Date: 19th June 2026
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• A friendly and supportive staff team
• Well-resourced Early Years provision
• Opportunities for professional development
• Enthusiastic, curious children who enjoy learning
• Supportive leadership and mentoring
Further details about the role
Post Title: Foundation Stage 1 Teacher (Temporary) NQT
Responsible To: Headteacher / EYFS Leader Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS) Contract: Temporary Fixed Term
Job Purpose
To deliver high-quality teaching and learning within Foundation Stage 1 (Nursery), supporting children’s development across all areas of the EYFS curriculum and ensuring a safe, inclusive,
and stimulating learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
• Plan, deliver, and assess learning in line with the EYFS statutory framework
• Provide engaging, play-based learning opportunities
• Support children’s personal, social, emotional, and academic development
• Use assessment effectively to inform planning and next steps
• Create a stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environment
• Promote early language development and communication skills
Assessment and Progress
• Observe, assess, and record children’s learning and development
• Maintain accurate records in line with school policies
• Contribute to progress reports and parent consultations
• Identify and support children with additional needs
• Safeguarding and Welfare
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils
• Follow school safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Support children’s wellbeing, independence, and self-confidence
Partnership with Parents
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers
• Communicate children’s learning and development effectively
• Support home-school learning partnerships
Professional Responsibilities
• Work collaboratively with EYFS staff and support staff
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and school events
• Contribute to the wider life of the school
• Uphold Teachers’ Standards and school policies
Person Specification - Foundation Stage 1 Teacher (Temporary)
Criteria Essential
Qualifications
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Relevant teaching qualification
Experience
• Experience teaching in Early Years or Foundation Stage
• Knowledge of EYFS curriculum and assessment
Knowledge & Skills
• Understanding of child development (ages 3–5)
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Ability to plan creative and inclusive learning
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion
Personal Qualities
• Warm, nurturing approach
• Enthusiastic and reflective practitioner
• Flexible and adaptable
• Commitment to raising standards for all children
Desirable Criteria
• Experience in Nursery (FS1)
• Knowledge of phonics and early language development
• Experience supporting SEND pupils
• Experience working with parents and multi-agency professionals
• Paediatric First Aid trained
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Heather Garth Primary Academy is a welcoming, inclusive primary school seeking to appoint an enthusiastic NQT and dedicated Foundation Stage 1 Teacher to join our Early Years team on a temporary basis. There may be an opportunity for the post to become permanent, subject to staffing needs and funding.
We are looking for a passionate practitioner who understands the importance of early childhood education and can provide a nurturing, stimulating environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive staff team committed to high-quality teaching, play-based learning, and strong partnerships with families.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience or strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework
• Demonstrates excellent classroom practice in early years education
• Creates engaging, inclusive learning environments
• Has high expectations for behaviour, learning, and wellbeing
• Works effectively as part of a team
• Builds positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• We offer:
• A friendly and supportive staff team
• Well-resourced Early Years provision
• Opportunities for professional development
• Enthusiastic, curious children who enjoy learning
• Supportive leadership and mentoring
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
Closing Date: 4TH June 2026 midday Interview Date: 19th June 2026
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• A friendly and supportive staff team
• Well-resourced Early Years provision
• Opportunities for professional development
• Enthusiastic, curious children who enjoy learning
• Supportive leadership and mentoring
Further details about the role
Post Title: Foundation Stage 1 Teacher (Temporary) NQT
Responsible To: Headteacher / EYFS Leader Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS) Contract: Temporary Fixed Term
Job Purpose
To deliver high-quality teaching and learning within Foundation Stage 1 (Nursery), supporting children’s development across all areas of the EYFS curriculum and ensuring a safe, inclusive,
and stimulating learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
• Plan, deliver, and assess learning in line with the EYFS statutory framework
• Provide engaging, play-based learning opportunities
• Support children’s personal, social, emotional, and academic development
• Use assessment effectively to inform planning and next steps
• Create a stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environment
• Promote early language development and communication skills
Assessment and Progress
• Observe, assess, and record children’s learning and development
• Maintain accurate records in line with school policies
• Contribute to progress reports and parent consultations
• Identify and support children with additional needs
• Safeguarding and Welfare
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils
• Follow school safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Support children’s wellbeing, independence, and self-confidence
Partnership with Parents
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers
• Communicate children’s learning and development effectively
• Support home-school learning partnerships
Professional Responsibilities
• Work collaboratively with EYFS staff and support staff
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and school events
• Contribute to the wider life of the school
• Uphold Teachers’ Standards and school policies
Person Specification - Foundation Stage 1 Teacher (Temporary)
Criteria Essential
Qualifications
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Relevant teaching qualification
Experience
• Experience teaching in Early Years or Foundation Stage
• Knowledge of EYFS curriculum and assessment
Knowledge & Skills
• Understanding of child development (ages 3–5)
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Ability to plan creative and inclusive learning
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion
Personal Qualities
• Warm, nurturing approach
• Enthusiastic and reflective practitioner
• Flexible and adaptable
• Commitment to raising standards for all children
Desirable Criteria
• Experience in Nursery (FS1)
• Knowledge of phonics and early language development
• Experience supporting SEND pupils
• Experience working with parents and multi-agency professionals
• Paediatric First Aid trained
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.